‘Globe Museum, The Story Of House & Its People’
The Bermuda National Trust [BNT] announce the publication of ‘Globe Museum – The Story of a House and its People’ by Diana Chudleigh.
A spokesperson said, ” The author will be giving a special talk and signing copies of the book at the Globe Museum, St George’s on Saturday 16 March.
“The Globe, on the corner of King’s Square and York Street in St George’s, is one of the oldest and most significant buildings in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built by Governor Samuel Day in 1699 and 1700, it was Bermuda’s second Government House until Day was ousted from his position and imprisoned.
“It was subsequently owned by a branch of the Tucker family for almost two centuries. In 1865 it was leased as a hotel, visited in 1877 by Mark Twain. In 1951 it was acquired by the Historical Monuments Trust and in 1970 by the Bermuda National Trust, which continues to run it as museum.
“Diana Chudleigh conducted in-depth research into the 300-year history of the building and the people who lived and worked there, ranging from governor to privateer, ship owner, enslaved workers, hotel managers, shop keepers and exhibit curators.
“The book is packed with fascinating information that not only tells the story of the Globe building but gives insights into the political and social history of St George’s and Bermuda as a whole. It is beautifully illustrated with historic and modern photographs, sketches and reproduction documents.
“The Globe Museum completes Diana Chudleigh’s series on the history of BNT’s four public historic properties, the others being Verdmont, Tucker House and Waterville. It can be purchased for $10 at the Trustworthy shop in the Globe Museum itself, at BNT headquarters Waterville, 2 Pomander Road, and at local bookstores. The full set of four ‘History of a House’ books is available for $35.
“Diana Chudleigh will speak about her research at 10:30am on Saturday, 16 March at the Globe Museum, Duke of York Street, St George’s. Visit bnt.bm to sign up for the talk, which costs $20 for BNT members and $25 for non-members. Refreshments will be served and attendees may explore the building including its attic and cellars, which are not usually open to the public.”
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